Najd 124 Speaking Task Presentations Presentation weeks Presentation

Najd 124 Speaking Task • Presentations

Presentation weeks Presentation 1 Presentation 2 WEEK 5 General Topic 1 5 -10 min Use visual aids WEEK 10 General Topic 2 5 -10 min Full visuals

Assessment rubric - Content Organized material in a logical, coherent way (outline) Introduction: topic/ ideas clearly stated from the beginning Body: supports discussion with sufficient details and examples Conclusion: planned concluding remarks (fitting conclusion to the presentation) Source of the material is provided ( referencing)

Assessment rubric - Delivery Avoided fillers such as “uhm” “you know”, and spoke with appropriate pauses/ intonation. Spoke loudly enough to be heard in the room Pronounced words correctly and clearly Used correct language (grammar and vocabulary) Did not read to audience much from screen or notes Looked at entire audience (eye contact) Seemed relaxed, confident, and enthusiastic Slides are not overloaded/ blank/ only pictures, and writing is easy to read/ see/ view Finished within time limits (1 minute window) Time: _______ Presentation held audience’s interest (i. e. appropriate level)

Be Prepared • Research and learn more about your topic • Understand your topic • Paraphrase and/ or summarize your readings

Show What You Know • Have a clear outline • Clear, short notes • Clear, short and neat Presentation/ Power. Point • Try to not read directly from your notes • Face your audience, look them in the eyes and engage them • Ask and answer questions

Materials • Visual material is always helpful • Power. Point • Keep as professional/ academic as possible • Handouts • Don’t always rely on technology, have handouts that outline your presentation- leave room for your audience to write notes • Pictures • Don’t rely on pictures, it is an ORAL presentation Remember: Try to grab your audiences attention

Outline • Introduction: • Inform audience about the topic • Grab attention • Try to involve your audience (questions, stories…etc. ) • The body: to support, • Use facts and opinions • Share stories • Conclusion: Restate main points • Q & A: always leave time for questions and comments

The Presentation • Remember your time limits • Speak loud and clear (don’t rush or try to cover too much) • Make eye contact and appropriate gestures • Include everyone in the room, never give your back to anyone. • Again make time for questions • http: //www. ego 4 u. com/en/cramup/writing/presentation

Finally • TECHNOLOGY!! • Internet is not always reliable • Be ready for anything • Have backup (CD) • NO USB Flashdrives

Referencing • Where did you find your info? • Show online sources at end • Write at least 2 references • Show picture links • URL: http: //www. ego 4 u. com/en/cram- up/writing/presentation